Puppy Play
Give your pup the best possible start
Free Puppy Play*
Why Puppy Play?
We introduced Puppy Play because many pups go straight from their third vaccination to a busy dog park and meet other dogs for the very first time in an overwhelming environment. We wanted to offer our loyal customers something better. A safe, gentle space for those first social experiences, free of charge.
Puppies learn incredibly quickly in their early weeks. Our Free Puppy Play sessions give them a supervised environment to:
• meet other pups
• practise social skills
• explore new experiences
• build confidence in a calm, positive setting
It is pure fun and early socialisation. No training, no structured lessons, simply happy pups learning through play with people who care.
What’s Included
1 Hour of Supervised Social Play
- Your puppy can enjoy up to three complimentary sessions
- Designed for puppies aged 10–14 weeks
- Large-breed puppies may attend until 13 weeks
- Calm, supportive introductions to other pups
- Encourages confidence and relaxed social behaviour
- Helps reduce fear around vet visits and new environments
How to Book
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Feel free to ask
Questions We’re Often Asked
That's OK. We run Puppy Play specifically for 10–14 weeks to balance early socialisation with safety.
Puppies play and explore more freely when their owners aren’t in the room. Without their “safe person” nearby, they’re more likely to:
build confidence,
interact naturally, and
develop healthy social skills.
Our team keeps the environment safe, calm and positive at all times. You’re welcome to wait in reception or pop out and return at pick-up time.
No, Puppy Play is not Puppy School.
For professional training and early education, we recommend Ally Piper from Paws Plus Consulting.
Start Your Pup on the Right Paw
Early positive experiences shape confident adult dogs. Book your Free Puppy Play session* today and let your pup enjoy safe, happy playtime with new friends. *Must have had consultation with our vet
Safety & Risk: What Owners Should Know
Even in a gentle, controlled setting, puppies are still learning boundaries and can become excited quickly. Minor bumps or puppy-teeth scratches may occasionally happen — this is normal puppy behaviour.
To keep everyone safe, we:
keep groups deliberately small
supervise closely
separate pups if play becomes too enthusiastic
General Puppy Health Tips
(These are general guidelines — they are not part of Puppy Play.)
Eyes
Should be clear and free from discharge.
Ears
Check for redness, wax or odour weekly.
Teeth & Mouth
Teething affects appetite, chewing and behaviour.
Abdomen (Tummy)
Monitor for vomiting, diarrhoea, bloating or swallowed objects.
Behaviour & Development
Healthy puppies are curious, playful and steadily gaining weight.
Why Choose Blakehurst Vet?
Family-Run Practice
Warm, consistent care with familiar faces.
Puppy Development Focus
We love helping puppies grow into confident, well-behaved companions.
Local & Trusted
Supporting families across the St George & Sutherland Shire communities.
Comprehensive Puppy Wellness
Vaccinations, parasite prevention, nutrition guidance & more.